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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
2
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Boothwell Brown and Hall TZ with names like A Perkins. The text is incomplete, but indicates a British archival newsprint listing or notice from an office or secretary. No clear event or outcome is discernible.
Incomplete OCR notice describes daily home delivery reach for Canberra and Queanbeyan. It references chair names and grisees to The Canberra Times and a contact method with a phone number. Queanbeyan orders may be placed with the above contact or with Mr. Merray.
The article argues Canberra should be definitively chosen as the venue for the Premiers Conference and future Australian Government meetings, noting past rotations to Melbourne Sydney and Hobart and NSW opposition citing convenience. It urges Commonwealth action to establish Canberra as the permanent capital meeting site.
The Full Court in Sydney removed Victor Hitton Kendall of Katoomba from the roll of solicitors. Kendall did not appear, sending a telegram to Justice James. The court granted no adjournment but allowed reapplication next term for restitution, citing possible unprofessional conduct inquiry.
Mr Roland Green M P was hurt in a fall at Bellina on Sunday and flown by New England Airways to Sydney for hospital treatment. Special stretcher arrangements were made. A stump from his leg amputated in the war was fractured along with his left shoulder.
London report says Mr J Churchard, mayor of Sybilpton and chief enginee r of the Great Western, known as the father of railway speed, was struck by an express outside his house. He had lived beside the main line since 1929 and often walked to the engineering sheds, with mist and wind blamed for his failure to notice the oncoming train. His research and inventions helped advance locomotive speed.
It is understood the first payment of financial relief to wheat growers under the federal relief scheme will be made early in February. The amount for each state has been set by the federal government and now requires state legislation to authorize payments to growers.
Judges approve stabilisation of basic wage terms in a ruling dated New. The decision supports preserving existing pay scales while reviewing adjustments for inflation, with implications for workers and employers across sectors.
Chief Judge Dethridge urged a stable method to fix the basic wage over years as the Fully Arbitration Court opened a February inquiry. The unions seek restoration of a 10 percent cut and general hearings. Judges discussed simplifying wage methods and considering industry specific 10 percent adjustments.
The Department of Works ordered a day of work for 85 unemployed men. After work, the Government paymaster offered 17/11 each, but 83 refused the wage to push for ten more days of work or double pay tomorrow, and the paymaster returned the money to the department.
Revenue for 1933 collected by the Registrar of Courts and Titles Department of the Attorney General's Department totaled £1,671 18s 1d. The breakdown includes Court of Petty Business £411 1s 7d, Titles Office £810 6s 8d, Liquor permits £516 8s 10d, High Court £10 14s 4d, Companies £418 8s 6d, and Matrimonial causes £4 18s.
Station 2CA moved to its own new quarters at Molongla last week. The 130 foot mast is erected and the transmitter, expected to reach 600 watts annually, should be in completion by week’s end. broadcasts continue on the old power though assembly is incomplete. Nearby broadcasting could affect older radios and distant stations on adjacent wavelengths.
The first January sitting of Canberra’s Supreme Court will be held at month end with Justice Lukin sworn in by Governor General Sir Isaac Isaacs. The new law shifts federal capital jurisdiction from the High Court to the Supreme Court, aligning with state court powers. Justice Lukin will preside when he travels between Canberra, Sydney, and Melbourne, sitting in Melbourne in the first half of each month and in Sydney in the second half.
Canberra Amateur Swimming Club staged a festive programme at the pool with water polo debuts and novelty events. Canberra B defeated A four goals to one as Jos Munce guided the sport to potential prominence, aided by Houdini act David Mackerras.
An official of the A.W.U. said the ballot across Australia shows little likelihood of rejecting arbitration policy in favor of direct action. The ballot will be declared by the end of January.
The Ministry for Commerce under Mr H Stewart says steps are being taken to appoint trade commissioners for Bhanghal and Fatavia. Efforts focus on clarifying the Australian wheat and flour position in China amid a duty dispute. An urgent cable response is awaited. projections warn growers and millers may face initial hardship, with commissioners to come from outside the public service after thorough screening.
Members of the Legacy Club entertained their wards before the Christmas break at Amhalle School under instructor Mr. Douglas. Dr. Dickson awarded medals to R Baker F McCormack and R McNamara for the year’s proficiency. Baker presented Douglas with a sweater. RK Baker and RK McNamara to represent Canberra at the Melbourne Legacy camp Balnarring. Junior Legateen to stay under canvas at Cotter Jan 26 27.
The High Court was asked on Wednesday for special leave to appeal Ernest Moray Baker’s murder conviction in the Brushe case. The application questioned grounds related to death penalty commutation and proceedings.
Minister for Justice Mr Mar in admitted Sydney Courts suffer from judge and litigant congestion. Government plans better accommodation and housing the entire court under one roof. Estimated expenditure around £160,000 to implement the changes property and facilities.
Canberra notices list numerous public servants taking annual leave or furlough over Christmas. Comptroller-General E Abbott travels to Canberra from Sydney. G B Knowles and Mrs Knowles head to Moruya. J Wyles and spouse depart for Melbourne. W H Pettitt and H W Locke plan holidays in Sydney and Brisbane. Several others, including C S Daley, H Holling, and W Knight, commence leave or furlough with destinations Melbourne Brisbane Manly Melbourne Daylesford and coastal trips.
The Minister for Customs Mr White said Bruce was negotiating with the American Ambassador for the Australian wine trade to secure a larger share of the US market. He warned that applying a quota system to Australian wine would hurt this country.
The dead woman, 60 year old Grace Weatherston of Mayfield, was identified today after being found in the Hunter River. Her husband, Arthur Weatherston, said she had been missing since Friday and could not explain why she wore his clothing. Police think she wandered to the river, fell on rocks, and sustained a fatal head injury.
The University of Melbourne exams reveal Canberra and Germany students among those passing. Notables include Miss Wilma B Percival in third year and Dr Moya Blackall plus Mrs Roland Fraser and Miss H Amulet with Jean L Stevenson among others. Dora Whitelaw, newly arrived as librarian for the Stati Tolana Office, also passed Education Division A.
The writer argues that government economy means cutting overhead with maintaining efficiency. He condemns a one-man bus system as unsafe and inadequate for passenger protection, urging regulation and possible private-public integration to improve reliability and employment. The letter questions the pyramid structure and calls for responsible, accountable service.
In a Canberra Times letter the No. 4 camp residents protest the limited Christmas dole urging that the government provide one day’s wage value and acknowledge aid from officials including acting Interior Secretary Gyraud and Mott. The writer notes ex-diggers among camp workers and December 19, 105.
A damaged excerpt references the Commonwealth Government’s handling of a Queensland issue involving Mr. Forgan Smith and a dates in May. The text illustrates perceived inadequacy of federal response to foreign policy questions touching Queensland.
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